Cream of Wheat vs. Beef sticks — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between cream of Wheat and beef sticks
- Cream of Wheat is richer in vitamin A, iron, and folate, yet beef sticks are richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, zinc, and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for beef sticks is 104% higher.
- Cream of Wheat contains less sodium.
Food types used in this article are Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, instant, prepared with water, without salt and Snacks, beef sticks, smoked.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more IronIron | +45.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +250% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1185% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +202.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1323.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +900% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1684.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +64.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +50.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +107.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +46.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.84 g
Fats:
0.24 g
Carbs:
13.08 g
Water:
84.4 g
Other:
0.44 g
Protein:
21.5 g
Fats:
49.6 g
Carbs:
5.4 g
Water:
19.1 g
Other:
4.4 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +142.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +341.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1068.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +20566.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +900% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.038 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.033 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.134 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
20.8 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
20.47 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.42 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +61930.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3198.5% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.038g | 20.8g | 94% |
| Fats | 0.24g | 49.6g | 76% |
| Sodium | 102mg | 1531mg | 62% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.033g | 20.47g | 51% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 133mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1µg | 42% |
| Protein | 1.84g | 21.5g | 39% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.134g | 4.42g | 29% |
| Vitamin A | 232µg | 13µg | 24% |
| Calories | 62kcal | 550kcal | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 180mg | 23% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 2.42mg | 20% |
| Iron | 4.96mg | 3.4mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.21mg | 0.436mg | 17% |
| Folate | 62µg | 0µg | 16% |
| Copper | 0.043mg | 0.13mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.093mg | 4.54mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.232mg | 0.141mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.309mg | 0.205mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 6.8mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 20mg | 257mg | 7% |
| Selenium | 3.5µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.082mg | 0.328mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.086mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 21mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 13.08g | 5.4g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 2% | |
| Net carbs | 12.48g | 5.4g | N/A |
| Calcium | 64mg | 68mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.07g | N/A | |
| Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.025mg | 0.184mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.058mg | 0.832mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.08mg | 0.818mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.139mg | 1.473mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.047mg | 1.518mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.034mg | 0.454mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.099mg | 0.801mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.089mg | 0.95mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.042mg | 0.53mg | 0% |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cream of Wheat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 133mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cream of Wheat contains less Sodium (difference - 1429mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cream of Wheat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 20.762g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beef sticks is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.07g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 67)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Beef sticks is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.